by gesner12 on December 5, 2018
Edward Petri Jewelers and manufacturers was founded by Edward Petri in 1922. His firm created and manufactured jewelry in the European fashion using platinum, the king of metals, with diamonds and fine gemstones. He was considered to be one of the finest jewelers of his time. The third owner is currently Charles (Charlie) F. Walker and he continues to hand fabricate and custom make jewelry with equipment from the 1890’s.
This stunning diamond Petri Antique engagement ring, crafted in platinum, features a center 1.10ct. apx. emerald cut diamond with VS1 clarity and H color. Accenting European cut diamonds with approximately .20ct. apx. total weight with VS1-VS2 clarity and G-H color enhance this special ring. Bright and lively diamonds make this uniquely fashioned diamond engagement ring an enduring example of the Art Deco time period.
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12.4.18
by gesner12 on December 4, 2018
Founded in 1837, Elijah Peacock moved to Chicago from England to continue his watch and jewelry business which began three generations before. His son, Charles (C.D.) was born in 1838 and inherited the business after his father retired. Robert Peacock and W. C. Peacock, sons of C. D. Peacock, continued the business as President and Secretary-Treasurer.
In 1969, the parent company of Marshall Fields, Dayton Hudson Corp, bought the C. D. Peacock jewelry business. Ten years later, they became the first jewelry company to provide mail order jewelry. In 1982, Birks & Sons Ltd., located in Montreal, merged with C. D. Peacock. Seymour Holtzman became the newest owner in 1993. After all these years, this well established business is still operational in three locations in Chicago.
This classic Peacock Antique diamond Wedding set from the Art Deco era is still popular today. The engagement ring has a .80 carat Apx. center diamond with VS1 clarity and G color. Accenting the center stone are .20 carat Apx. total weight of tapered baguettes. The wedding band completes the beautiful wedding set. Traditional and beautifully crafted in the king of metals, platinum, this is a ring that is sure to become a family heirloom.
by gesner12 on November 29, 2018
Our Graduate Gemologist, Graydon Gesner, selected this fabulous Antique diamond engagement ring from the Art Deco time period as his jewelry pick of the month. ” I love the pure, bold Art Deco design. It is beautifully designed and the gallery is especially good-looking”.
This Antique diamond engagement ring, crafted in platinum, features a 1.31 carat apx. European cut diamond with VS1 clarity and M color. The mounting has .50 carat apx. total weight of European and Baguette cut diamonds with VS-SI clarity and G-H color. The curvature of this ring is especially alluring and sets this ring apart from others. It is sure to be noticed, unique in every way. A gorgeous ring! If you want the best, then this one is worth considering! Check our website -gesner.com.
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11.29.18
by gesner12 on November 1, 2018
This month’s Gemologist jewelry Pick of the month is this fabulous Edwardian diamond antique engagement ring. Graydon Gesner selected this ring, as his favorite, because of the intricate filigree. Every part of this ring has been affected by the jeweler, including the embossing of the shank with floral designs.
This Edwardian diamond engagement ring features approx. .50 carat European Cut diamond with VS2 clarity and G/H color; wonderful clarity and color. Additionally, the center diamond is accented with approx. .02 carat of Single Cut diamonds with VS1/VS2 clarity and G/H color. Notice the meticulous filigree and floral designs on the front and back sides of the ring mounting. Exceptional quality and attention to detail.
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by gesner12 on October 26, 2018
Gabriel Ofiesh, based in Charlottesville, Virginia, works with a small staff of craftsmen who create and manufacture jewelry by hand. “When I’m making a piece of jewelry, I think about rhythm and balance. I also like unexpected details: things that move, flash, hide or surprise. Using precious metal forms, fine gems and small diamonds, I aspire to find that surprise in each piece I make.”
This is a fabulous bold ring! It holds an impressive 10 carat Apx. cabochon shaped aquamarine. The gem is surrounded by an 18 karat yellow gold bezel while the balance of the ring is crafted in sterling silver. The unexpected detail of this ring is the square shank. It is a very comfortable ring to wear and can be sized within reason. The current ring size is 5-6. Look for the maker’s mark in the shank “OFIESH” followed by the letter C within a circle. A very unique ring!
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10.3.2018
by gesner12 on October 15, 2018
S. Kind & Son started their business in a small room on Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1872. They were known to have crafted mountings with diamonds to order. Their 1902-1903 catalogs contained diamond rings, one carat selling for $140, as well as ruby, sapphire and emerald rings, bracelets, pendants and brooches. Gents signet rings were sold in 10 karat and 14 karat gold containing a variety of gemstones, such as garnet, blood stone, jade and topaz, as examples. Ladies jewelry including enameled brooches, hat pins and sterling silver lockets and bracelets with charms were also available.
This breathtaking Art Deco (c.1920-1935) diamond Antique engagement ring, crafted in gleaming platinum, features a .53ct. apx. center European cut diamond with VS2 clarity and H bright white color. Complimenting the center diamond are .15ct. apx. T.W. of single cut diamonds with VS2-SI1 clarity and H color. The ring has beautiful filigree and piercing! Look for the maker’s mark inside the shank which represents true craftsmanship from S. Kind & Son!
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10.15.18
by gesner12 on September 24, 2018
This ring, from the Belle Epoque Era ( c.1890-1915) and overlaps the Edwardian Time Period (c. 1901-1915), is the Gemologist’s jewelry favorite for the month of September. He admires the Edwardian craftsmanship with the suggestions of bows, flowers and garland, all created in platinum. The Belle Epoque Era includes three overlapping time periods: the Art Nouveau Era, the Arts & Crafts Era and the Edwardian Era. Wealth was abundant during this time period and the arts were thriving. Hollywood movie stars became the arbiter of elegance, taste, fashion and style.
This particular ring is presented with a center .70ct. Apx. European cut diamond with VS2 clarity and I-J color. The surrounding octagonal shaped setting is intricately milgrained which gives it a stunning appearance. The meticulously finessed mounting is filigreed, pierced and accented with approximately .05 carat total weight of diamonds and approximately .01 carat total weight of rich natural blue sapphires in marquise shapes. This diamond and sapphire antique engagement ring is an example of elegance at its best!
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9.24.18
by gesner12 on September 18, 2018
Founded in 1863, David Belais of the Belais Brothers created a new formula for the alternative to platinum. Platinum was a rare and expensive metal before it ultimately became banned from use because of the war effort. The white gold formula, after years of experimentation, was submitted to the patent office in October of 1918. The new alloy combination became so popular it was called “Belais metal” or 18K Belais. Considered one of the first manufacturers to use the white gold metal formula, Belais created magnificent, detailed rings, brooches and pendants during the Art Deco Era. Always a unique find, look for the Belais hallmark in the shank of a ring.
Here is a perfect example of a stunning diamond Belais antique engagement ring crafted in Belais 18K white gold. It features a .65ct. Apx. European Cut diamond with fabulous VS2 clarity and G color. Notice the detailed filigree, engraving and hallmark, 18K Belais, in the shank of the ring. Really beautiful!
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8.16.18